Current affairs

Operation Sindhu: Evacuation of Indian Nationals from Iran

The military tension between Iran and Israel has seen a sharp rise in recent weeks, with airstrikes and attacks reported across major Iranian cities. The capital city Tehran and northern Iran have witnessed significant hostilities, prompting India to take immediate...

EC Upgrades System to Create Index Card System

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has unveiled a major technological upgrade to its Index Card system, marking a new chapter in the management and dissemination of electoral data. This comprehensive system now automatically generates 35 statistical reports for Lok...

UN Declares 2026 as International Year of the Woman Farmer, Check Details

In a historic resolution, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has officially declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, aiming to recognize, celebrate, and empower the indispensable role of women in agriculture. This initiative seeks to bridge...

Schwarzman Scholars Programme of China

Context: India needs a programme similar to the Schwarzman Scholars Programme of China. About Schwarzman Scholars Programme Launched in: 2016 Inspired by the Rhodes Scholarship (Oxford, 1902). Mission: To develop future global leaders by providing a deep understanding of China's...

F-35 Fighter Aircraft: Did Iran Actually Shoot Down Three Israeli Stealth Jets?

In a shocking development that has sparked global attention, Iranian state media claimed to have shot down three Israeli F-35I "Adir" stealth fighter jets and captured a female Israeli pilot. These allegations surfaced amid heightened military conflict between Israel and...

Global Gender Gap Index Report 2025, Key Highlights and India’s Performance

Context: Recently, the Global Gender Gap Index Report 2025 was released by the World Economic Forum (WEF). Global Gender Gap Index Report 2025 Published by the World Economic Forum (WEF). India ranks 131st out of 148 countries, slipping two places...

Iran Launches Operation True Promise 3: Key Developments and Global Reactions

In the latest and most severe escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict, Iran launched Operation True Promise 3—a massive retaliatory missile and drone strike on Israeli territory. The operation came as a direct response to Israel’s Operation Rising Lion, a coordinated...

Iron Dome Missile Defense System: Israel’s Shield Against Aerial Threats

The Iron Dome Missile Defense System is one of the most advanced and widely recognized short-range air defense systems in the world. Developed by Israel, with substantial support from the United States, it is designed to intercept and destroy incoming...

Why was Malta Golden Passport Scheme Scrapped?

Context: Malta’s golden passport scheme was struck down by the European Court of Justice in April 2025 for turning EU citizenship into a commercial transaction, violating EU principles. About Malta Golden Passport Scheme Malta Golden Passport Scheme was launched in...

Black Box in Aircraft, Meaning, Types, Functions and Importance

Every time an aircraft crashes, a critical term surfaces in headlines — the “Black Box.” Despite its name, the black box is not black at all. It is a bright orange-colored device that plays a vital role in air crash...